Senior FreeCAD Engineer - Parametric Design

YO IT Consulting; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

YO IT Consulting invites a Senior FreeCAD Engineer - Parametric Design to join a remote, project-based role from Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The engineer will develop and assess detailed parametric models, assemblies and drawings using FreeCAD or comparable CAD tools, ensuring manufacturability and design-for-manufacturing readiness.

Ideal candidates have at least two years in related disciplines, advanced FreeCAD skills, and experience with Python scripting to automate CAD tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in mechanical/industrial engineering or related field with parametric CAD modelling.
• Advanced FreeCAD proficiency preferred; strong experience with other professional parametric CAD platforms may be relevant.
• Python-based CAD automation is highly valued but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed parametric parts and models in FreeCAD according to engineering requirements.
• Modify existing CAD files while preserving design intent and dependencies.
• Validate model dimensions, constraints, geometry, references, and configurations.
• Develop mechanical assemblies with accurate positioning, interfaces and relationships.
• Review component integration and identify clearance, alignment, interference, or fit concerns.
• Apply GD&T principles to models and drawings.
• Incorporate Design for Manufacturing considerations into development.
• Produce technical drawings with clear views, dimensions, tolerances, notes and specs.
• Prepare supporting documentation for design review, manufacturing, inspection and assembly.
• Maintain organized files, naming conventions, revisions and project records.

Skills

FreeCAD

Parametric CAD modelling

Mechanical component design

Assembly development

Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

Design for Manufacturing

Python scripting

CAD workflow automation

Model-integrity validation

Job description

Senior FreeCAD Engineer - Parametric Design Job Snapshot Role: Senior FreeCAD Engineer - Parametric Design Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Mechanical / Industrial Engineering Function: CAD / Drafting Experience: Minimum 2 years Job Type: Contractor

The Senior FreeCAD Engineer - Parametric Design opportunity in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a remote contractor role within Mechanical / Industrial Engineering offered through YO IT Consulting. The engineer will create and assess detailed parametric models, mechanical assemblies, manufacturing drawings, and design documentation using FreeCAD or comparable CAD platforms.

Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Mechanical / Industrial Engineering Function: CAD / Drafting Salary: 18000-32000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Contractor

Role Context This project-based position applies mechanical-design judgement to CAD modelling, assembly development, manufacturability, and engineering quality assurance. The engineer will translate technical requirements into controlled parametric designs while identifying model defects, tolerance concerns, and manufacturing risks before downstream use.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed parametric parts and models in FreeCAD according to supplied engineering requirements.
• Modify existing CAD files while preserving design intent and reliable feature dependencies.
• Validate model dimensions, constraints, geometry, references, and configuration behaviour.
• Develop mechanical assemblies with accurate positioning, interfaces, and component relationships.
• Review component integration and identify clearance, alignment, interference, or fit concerns.
• Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing principles to engineering models and drawings.
• Incorporate Design for Manufacturing considerations into component and assembly development.
• Select appropriate tolerances based on functionality, production methods, and quality requirements.
• Produce technical drawings containing clear views, dimensions, tolerances, notes, and specifications.
• Prepare supporting documentation for design review, manufacturing, inspection, and assembly.
• Conduct engineering quality reviews of CAD models and drawing packages.
• Verify model integrity, feature stability, completeness, and compliance with project specifications.
• Document identified issues and communicate practical corrective recommendations.
• Collaborate with project contributors to clarify design intent and resolve technical discrepancies.
• Use Python scripting to automate repetitive CAD tasks where beneficial.
• Improve modelling workflows to increase consistency, speed, and maintainability.
• Provide structured feedback on model accuracy, drawing quality, and process effectiveness.
• Maintain organized files, naming conventions, revisions, and project records.

Ideal Profile

Candidates should have at least two years of experience in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, product design, or a related field involving parametric CAD modelling. Advanced FreeCAD proficiency is preferred, although strong experience with another professional parametric CAD platform may also be relevant. Applicants must understand mechanical-design fundamentals, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, Design for Manufacturing, assembly design, and technical drawing preparation. Python-based CAD automation is highly valued but not mandatory. The role also requires analytical problem-solving, precise documentation, and effective communication in a remote project environment.

Skills Set

• FreeCAD
• Parametric CAD modelling
• Mechanical component design
• Assembly development
• Component integration
• Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
• Design for Manufacturing
• Manufacturing tolerances
• Technical drawing creation
• Engineering documentation
• Model constraint management
• Fit and clearance analysis
• Interference checking
• CAD quality assurance
• Model-integrity validation
• Drawing-package review
• Python scripting
• CAD workflow automation
• Revision control
• Remote engineering collaboration

Why Join Us

This contract offers the opportunity to apply detailed CAD and mechanical-engineering expertise to technically varied assignments. It supports flexible remote participation while providing scope to deepen FreeCAD capability, automate modelling processes, and influence the quality of engineering deliverables.

About the Company

YO IT Consulting connects technical professionals with specialized technology and engineering projects. This engagement requires experienced CAD contributors who can deliver accurate parametric models, manufacturing-ready documentation, and dependable engineering reviews.